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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX3000

Portability
86
Imaging
58
Features
68
Overall
62
Fujifilm X-A2 front
 
Samsung NX3000 front
Portability
89
Imaging
63
Features
62
Overall
62

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX3000 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
  • Introduced January 2015
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-A1
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-A3
Samsung NX3000
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 230g - 117 x 66 x 39mm
  • Launched May 2014
  • Old Model is Samsung NX2000
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX3000 Overview

Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was announced 8 months after the NX3000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores vs the NX3000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Samsung NX3000

 Fujifilm X-A2 NX3000 
LaunchedJanuary 2015May 2014More modern by 8 months
Screen resolution920k461kCrisper screen (+459k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Fujifilm X-A2

 NX3000 Fujifilm X-A2 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Samsung NX3000

 Fujifilm X-A2 NX3000 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen sizing
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX3000 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A2 enjoys physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Samsung NX3000 has specifications of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX3000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 against the NX3000.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX3000 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A2 and NX3000 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX3000 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX3000 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A2 and NX3000.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung NX3000 to give extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A2 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX3000 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX3000 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX3000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Portrait photography info
Samsung NX3000 Portrait photography info
74
manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
77
focusing manually
MP count good (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Street photography details
Samsung NX3000 Street photography details
76
has a tilting screen
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no image stabilization
81
has a tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than competitors (230g)
above average ISO range (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung NX3000 as a Sports photography camera
57
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has tracking focus
good battery life (410 shots)
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.6 frames/s)
no image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect AF
56
MP count good (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Travel photography features
Samsung NX3000 Travel photography features
78
good battery life (410 CIPA)
good MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
missing Timelapse mode
68
lighter than competitors (230g)
MP count good (20MP)
doesn't have Timelapse function
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-A2
Landscape photography with Samsung NX3000
70
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
good battery life (410 shots)
no image stabilization
missing Timelapse mode
72
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen size is good (3")
MP count good (20MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
above average ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Vlogging details
Samsung NX3000 Vlogging details
70
display is selfie friendly
has face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
no image stabilization
missing microphone socket
34
has face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors (230g)
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have microphone socket
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX3000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A2 and Samsung NX3000
 Fujifilm X-A2Samsung NX3000
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-A2 Samsung NX3000
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2015-01-14 2014-05-26
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4896 x 3264 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 6400 25600
Highest enhanced ISO 25600 -
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW pictures
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 49 35
Cross type focus points - 1
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Available lenses 54 32
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 920k dots 461k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 5.6 frames per sec 5.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (at ISO 200) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 350 grams (0.77 pounds) 230 grams (0.51 pounds)
Dimensions 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 410 shots 370 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 B740
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2-30 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $370 $897